Dodger
Pronunciation: [ d-AHJ-er ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Dodger first appeared in US Social Security records in 1997.
Over 145 babies have been named Dodger in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dodger is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #6,990 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #6,990
- Total SSA Count
- 12
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About the Name Dodger
Dodger is a boy name .
Dodger is currently ranked #6,990 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Dodger include Dod, Dodg, Dodgy, Dodgie, Doy, Doie, and Dodkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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